microfiber

noun

mi·​cro·​fi·​ber ˈmī-krō-ˌfī-bər 

: a fine usually soft polyester fiber

also : a fabric made from such fibers

Examples of microfiber in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web

Wipe down the inside of the fridge with water and a microfiber cloth before using it as usual. — Nafeesah Allen, Better Homes & Gardens, 13 Aug. 2026

Once the mixture has been removed, use a dry microfiber cloth to thoroughly dry the area. — Caroline Lubinsky, Martha Stewart, 13 Aug. 2026

That means my greasy microfiber cloths do get washed with my cotton drying towels, along with oven mitts, linen napkins, and the seat pads for my counter stools (my kids somehow manage to trash them every week). — Emily Farris, Bon Appetit Magazine, 11 Aug. 2026

Use a damp microfiber cloth to wipe away the loosened gum and any soapy residue. — Mary Marlowe Leverette, The Spruce, 9 Aug. 2026

Word History

First Known Use

1966, in the meaning defined above

Rhymes for microfiber

• cyber
• fiber
• fibre
• prescriber
• subscriber
• transcriber

Kids Definition

microfiber

noun

mi·​cro·​fiber

ˈmī-krō-ˌfī-bər

: a thin soft polyester fiber